Carve it Nice, Share it Twice

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Events Visual arts & new media Calgary Classes & Workshops

DEADLINE: November 30, 2025 - 3:50 am

Date: November 12, 2025 from 6 to 9 pm 
November 15, 2025 from 1 to 4 pm OR 
November 29, 2025 from 1 to 4 pm

Location: A/P Studio, #460 42 Ave SE, Calgary

Cost: $45.00 - 75.00

More information: https://albertaprintmakers.com/event/carve-it-nice-share-it-twice-2/

Come carve your own greeting card design and have it printed on the letterpress! AP staff will help direct the basics of linocut carving to help you achieve the best results. Then you will be able to pull the prints off the letterpress with the assistance of staff. All cards will be printed in GOLD.

No Experience Needed!

What’s included with your registration:
  • A directed carving session on lino
  • Pulling your own prints off the letterpress with the assistance of staff
  • All cards will be printed with a metallic gold
  • Participants will leave with a total of 15 cards

All supplies are included!

Event Registration Fee

$45.00 for a single participant

OR

$75.00 for two participants

prices not subject to GST

This event includes all project supplies, participants are recommended to prepare:
  • Image ideas for carving their greeting card at the size of 3.5 x 5″
  • Park in the stalls located in front of A/P or use free street parking.
  • Bring reading glasses if you need them for fine work.
  • Wear suitable clothing for working with ink and/or a work apron.
  • Wear close toed shoes and avoid overly loose long sleeves.
  • Tie back long hair when operating machinery.
  • Personal PPE (if uncomfortable with Shared Studio PPE)
Additional Notes:
  • Event limited to 12 Participants
  • This event is open to children ages 12 and up. All participants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by either a parent or guardian who is also registered.